Middlesex County Free/Low-Cost Home Health & Safety

Middlesex County Office of Health Services

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Middlesex County Free/Low-Cost Home Health & Safety is available to homeowners and renters in Edison, NJ.

Middlesex County Health Department provides free or low-cost home safety services including smoke detector installation, carbon monoxide detector distribution, and home health hazard assessments for income-qualified residents.

Services provided at no cost to income-qualified households

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Free smoke and CO detector installation
  • Home health hazard assessments
  • Income-qualified families and seniors
  • Covers Middlesex County residents
  • Contact county health department to schedule

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(732) 745-3100

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing services; contact county for schedule

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Middlesex County Free/Low-Cost Home Health & Safety in Edison?

Middlesex County Free/Low-Cost Home Health & Safety is open to homeowners and renters in Edison, NJ. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Middlesex County Free/Low-Cost Home Health & Safety in Edison, NJ?

Apply directly with Middlesex County Office of Health Services using the official program link on this page or call (732) 745-3100. There is no middleman and no fee.

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